While the Balkans may be known for their never-ending meat specialties, if you happen to be dining close to a body of water, I highly doubt the “specijalitet kuće” is anything but fish. On a trip to Vodopadi Lisine 2 years ago, our tour group stopped for lunch at “Restoran […]
With warmer weather around the corner, I thought it would be a great idea to share one of my go-to recipes for Ledene Kocke. A signature dish found in most dessert shops across the Balkans, Ledene Kocke or “Ice Cubes” are a favorite across generations. This refreshing dessert served cold, […]
When you need a quick and delicious dessert fast, the perfect thing to make is Medeno Srce. Inspired by Medeno Srce, the gingerbread flavored “honeyed hearts”, these quick and easy squares are not only delicious but super beginner-friendly. Oh, and did I mention they’re vegan too?!? If you’re familiar with […]
Šumadija, the land of fruitful fields and pastures, mountains and valleys, and delicious and hearty food and drink. One of those specialties is Rakija, a fruit brandy, and national drink of Serbia. While it’s not only made in this region (it’s made all over the Balkans), the symbolism and deep-rooted […]
If you’re a fan of Gibanica, then you’re going to appreciate this recipe oh so much. Let’s face it, eating Gibanica can be messy. It’s so much easier to eat when pieces are individually baked or can be pulled apart. Enter Ružice sa Sirom. This recipe was given, or rather […]
I’ll start off by saying this: I’m not a fan of posni kolači/vegan cookies. I like to use milk, eggs, and butter when I make sweets. And I especially love creamy desserts, preferably with fruit, that aren’t too sweet. But sometimes for certain holidays, we make posni kolači, and one […]
Šumadijski Čaj, a winter specialty in Serbia roughly translates to Šumadija Tea…except its not technically tea at all. Oh yes, it’s much much stronger than tea. Also referred to as Grejana Rakija, Šumadijski Čaj is warm plum brandy heated with caramelized sugar and enjoyed piping hot. This traditional drink is […]
During the winter months, sauerkraut or pickled cabbage is consumed regularly in Balkan households. It’s used to make many different traditional dishes such as Sarma, Kiseli Kupus sa Mesom, and Podvarak, a simple sauerkraut baked dish that is accompanied by delicious smoked meats that are also widely available in the […]
With New Year’s Eve just a few days away, I decided to share with you an easy but delicious appetizer to enjoy while counting down the end to this interesting year: Urme u Slanini or Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Dates. With restrictions in place all over the world, millions of people will […]
When I was little, the “it” cake to make for special occasions was the Panj Torta. I remember at one point in time everyone made this cake, year-round, and for all kinds of occasions. It was the most popular cake and amateur home chefs took time to make sure their […]
